Alexander Eapen

Columnist Alex Eapen writes that appointing a person of color as provost will allow Penn to better prioritize diversity and inclusion on campus. 

Columnist Alex Eapen discusses his positive interactions with departing UPenn President Amy Gutmann. 

Columnist Alex Eapen argues that the University does little to respond directly to student advocacy and, instead of lip service, should actually focus on implementing the changes students would like to see.

Columnist Alex Eapen discussed the harms Penn students cause when they get vaccinated from clinics designed to serve Philadelphia's Black community.

Columnist Alex Eapen critiques Penn's pre-professional culture and offers suggestions on how students can find more enjoyment in their lives.

Political activism doesn't require voting — being involved in the other parts of activism is just as important.

While the students on-campus may be the subject of the headlines, there is still a substantial number of students who will be learning from home, for health, personal, or other reasons. They, too, must be factored in as the semester progresses.

The concerns of students must be met with transparent, decisive, and actionable responses from faculty and administration. 

It’s important to realize that while the coronavirus is not a life-threatening disease for most Penn students, the same cannot be said for many permanent residents of West Philadelphia. 

The conversation cannot stop after we cast our ballots but it is the first real step towards progress. So this November, please, vote.